Aroldis Chapman delivered positive news about his recovery from left rotator cuff inflammation before the Yankees’ faced the Red Sox at the Stadium on Tuesday night, saying he will be heading to Tampa on Friday for his first simulated game since going on the DL on May 13.
He didn’t rule out a potential return to the Yankees by next week.
The closer wasn’t sure if he would throw another bullpen session before leaving, but added he would begin a rehab assignment in the minors following the simulated game, as long as he doesn’t suffer any setbacks.